Discovery Land Company is a US-based developer and operator of private residential club communities with a world-renowned portfolio of domestic and international properties.
Taymouth Castle Golf and Sport Club is Discovery Land’s second European private members-only golf & sport community. Nestled between two national parks and at the head of Loch Tay in Kenmore, Perthshire, the club incorporates several land estates and is rich in history with dramatic views and the offer of endless adventures.
This private lifestyle-driven community will offer 125 residences, a world-class golf course and practice facility, wellness and recreation facilities, a range of outdoor pursuits as well as a refurbished 19th century castle to offer a clubhouse with a range of food & beverage outlets and indoor activities when fully established. The Club also offers additional facilities at Glenlyon, a nearby farm and mountain estate. Taymouth Castle will offer a membership that values its relationships, its health, its leisure time, and is a modern community that honours Scotland’s strong legacy of history, outdoor adventure and, most importantly, fun.
Please note the selected candidate must have the right to work in the UK as we cannot offer visa sponsorship and offers are subject to successful completion of our reference and background checks.
Discover Something Unique:
Playing an important and vital role within the Taymouth Castle project the Estate Residential Services Assistant maintains all our back of house areas, keeping them clean and tidy ensuring that the exceptional standards associated with our club are upheld. Working closely with team members throughout the castle and outlying areas of the estate this role requires someone who is organised, takes pride in a job well done and gains genuine enjoyment (get a buzz?) from making others happy.
Whether you are just starting out or looking for a change in career, the Residential Services team have a wide range of skills and experience and will offer the right individual the best training and development.
Key Requirements:
Part of a close-knit team the Residential Services Department is spread across the whole estate working and collaborating with colleagues throughout the various areas of the club to create memorable moments for our members and visiting guests at their ‘home from home’ making sure each visit is unique.
As part of this dedicated and hands-on team you will plan and prepare the departments equipment, cleaning products, supplies and linen. Ensuring everything is kept organised for the Housekeeping Assistants in readiness of members and their guests’ departure days and the servicing days in between.
Coordinating with the Housekeeping Assistants in the smooth delivery of clean and fresh linen and the pick-up and collection of dirty linen and rubbish from the properties across the estate.
Attention to detail is the key making sure the team are kept updated and that all communications are clear and placed in the handover report allowing a complete update for the team on shift in the coming few days.
Keeping our incredible facilities clean and tidy requires a one team approach. This is a varied and exciting role responsible for maintaining and cleaning the welcome gates, offices, staff restaurant, colleague bathrooms and our recently refurbished village toilet facilities; all refreshed daily.
Key Skills:
This is an excellent opportunity if you thrive in a role that offers both variety and challenge.
You enjoy cleaning, tidying and organising taking great pride in a job well done, passionate about delivering and maintaining the high standards expected within the castle and throughout the variety of facilities within the club.
The successful candidate will have excellent communication skills, warm and friendly and enjoys being part of a team with a ‘can-do’ approach. Is open to seeking advice and support when needed with a desire to play a part in ensuring our members; their families and friends have memorable stays time and time again.
This role is not just based in one location and will require travel around some of the facilities within the Club so a valid UK Driving License will be essential to fulfil this opportunity.
Previous luxury sector experience is not essential. We are at the start of a long and fascinating journey and as the club grows, so will you, learning new skills, taking on new roles and responsibilities.
Benefits and Perks:
Embracing the breathtaking scenery in this part of Scotland and immersing yourself into the local community, working at Taymouth Castle Golf & Sport Club is more than a job, it offers a ‘lifestyle’. Offers a chance to be part of the team building a project for generations to come.
- £12.50 per hour
- Meal on duty (free of charge)
- Travelling and relocation assistance
- Use of on-site staff gym
- Access to staff activities
- Various benefits including discounted local accommodation for friends and family to visit
- Work-Family Culture
We are located on the A827 between Kenmore and Aberfeldy.
Close to the A9. Perth (1hour) Stirling and Edinburgh Airport (1.5hours) Glasgow (2 hours)
